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According to MAN, in the long term, the efficient use of autonomous trucks can reduce overall operating costs by ten to 15 per cent. The new technology can also alleviate the driver shortage. There is already a shortage of up to 100,000 truck drivers in Germany alone.

As soon as the pressure drops below the set value, the system automatically tops it up. If too much air has been lost, SAF TIRE PILOT I.Q. sends a notification to the driver’s cab. With this system, SAF-HOLLAND prevents total tire failures, for example in the event of a puncture, and saves fuel.

The solution makes it easier to identify trailers with EBS issues, with a graphical report enabling performance values and trends to be tracked over time.

A new sensor makes it possible to obtain data on the condition of the tires in a very timesaving, simple, and manufacturer-independent manner. This allows them to run optimally adjusted, which leads to greater fuel efficiency and a longer tire life.

"Apart from great overview and endless opportunities to individualise the driver station, our Smart Dash is also the leverage for increased communication and digitalisation in and around the truck," commented Stefan Dorski, Senior Vice President and Head of Scania Trucks.

On the road to series production readiness, the self-driving all-electric Volkswagen ID. Buzz AD (Autonomous Driving) will be hitting the road for the first time over the next few weeks. Volkswagen’s test programme has also launched in parallel in Austin, Texas, USA.

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BRIST's 2-speed transmission is aimed at increasing battery life, as well as optimizing vehicle performances, above all when harsh and challenging missions are required. BRIST also provides a full range of axle models for medium-duty commercial vehicles, with both independent and rigid suspensions, ...

We're happy to share the news that the second issue (the first in 2024) of Sustainable Truck&Van magazine is online. You can read all here or, if you're going to participate in ACT Expo 2024, Las Vegas, you'll be able to find it there!

With quite impressive e-truck market share in both Europe and North America, Volvo Trucks is a benchmark in medium- and heavy-duty vehicle electrification. Nevertheless, the Swedish brand’s overall strategy does not neglect renewable fuels or biogas, with hydrogen on the background. We had a thoroug...

ZF and Goodyear have entered a long-term agreement with the aim of providing tyre and fleet management solutions for commercial vehicles all over Europe. The collaboration is supposed to enable European fleets and trailer builders to comply with upcoming EU General Safety Regulations.

It’s called Arena of the Future a Pilot project in Italy aimed at demonstrating how a toll-road can be transformed into a charging asset for all road users. In terms of infrastructure, the closed ring road is located near the Chiari Ovest exit of the A35 Brebemi motorway, approximately 50 kilometres...

The launch of the IVECO Driver Pal feature was maybe the core of the digital event held by IVECO on June 1. The glorious Daily van and the powerful S-Way were the models on stage, now also enriched with some new functionalities as well as some updates in terms of engines, powertrain and driver comfo...

The Dutch company ROCSYS has recently opened a cooperation with Grivix and VDL ETS addressed at the development of robotic fast charging for heavy-duty vehicles, being them e-buses or e-trucks.

German battery analytics company Twaice has raised USD 26 million in Series B funding. According to the company, the funds will be used to expand core capabilities such as the analytics platform and fuel international expansion to target electric vehicle and energy companies.

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Connectivity

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MAN tests first autonomous truck on the motorway in Germany

What’s SAF TIRE PILOT I.Q., the tire pressure monitoring system developed from SAF-Holland

The Webfleet Brake Performance Report is now compliant with the DVSA

Digital tyre management, the new Continental entry-level solution for fleets

Safety and connectivity: Scania enhances its Smart Dash for better truck experience

Autonomous driving, Volkswagen to carry out tests with passengers even in Munich

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BRIST enhances its portfolio of solutions for the medium-duty segment. Let’s discover more about 2-speed transmission

Sustainable Truck&Van Magazine: new issue (May ’24) out now!

Taking the lead in energy transition. Exclusive interview with Volvo Trucks President, Roger Alm

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Supporting greener mobility. ZF and Goodyear join forces for advanced tyre and fleet management solutions

Arena of the Future, a Pilot with ElectReon, Stellantis and Iveco to assess the potential of wireless EV charging

Amazon Alexa inside the cabin. Here comes the IVECO Driver Pal for the Daily and S-Way ranges

Robotic fast charging for heavy-duty vehicles, ROCSYS raises over €5M

German battery analytics company Twaice gets funding to expand its platform